Kyle Godwin scores two tries as hosts win Challenge Cup opener at the Sportground

Andy Friend reshuffles province for physical Champions Cup opener with Bordeaux

Bundee Aki is also included in the starting XV having come off the bench in Murrayfield

Former Anglo chief executive seldom reacted during evidence

John Muldoon gets a proper send-off as the province register historic victory over rivals

Jimmy Duffy: ‘We are looking for continuous improvement and that is the driving factor’

Director talks about his new film, his 'crippling' Irlen syndrome and why Hollywood isn’t everything

Emphasis on line speed and aggression in tackles pays off for Johann van Graan’s side

Influx of talent from other provinces and abroad can only strengthen Irish rugby

Bumper crowd of 3,800 at the Sportsground for pre-season victory

‘New set of challenges on the other side of the world is something I can’t wait to embrace’

‘Bernard is ideal fit for the Dragons’ - Warren Gatland praises former Irish hooker

Returning Lions boost Welsh club’s chances but home side should triumph in semi-final

Ian Keatley and Jaco Taute both sign contract extensions as New Zealander departs

Calvin Nash and Peter McCabe come in for their starting debuts against Edinburgh

Hull player suffered a fractured skull in clash of heads with Chelsea’s Gary Cahill

Pat Lam still lacks cover at outhalf and secondrow ahead of crucial clash with Zebre

Packed Thomond Park witnesses another stirring occasion as old school wins through

Maori All Blacks are effectively shadow New Zealand squad but still contain big threats

Anthony Foley makes four changes to side for important clash against Ospreys